Surgical Procedures
Surgical Procedures
The Athlete’s Clinic is dedicated to providing innovative surgical treatment for orthopedic injuries and disorders. Dr. DeFranco performs arthroscopic and minimally invasive open procedures with an emphasis on the shoulder and knee. His extensive training in shoulder surgery and sports medicine in the United States and Europe allows him to deliver surgical care for simple to complex conditions including:
Shoulder Disorders
Acromioclavicular Instability and Arthritis
Arthritis
Biceps Tears
Cartilage Injuries
Dislocations
Impingement
Instability
Labrum Tears
Rotator Cuff Tears
SLAP Tears
Shoulder Replacement Surgery
Hemiarthroplasty
Total Shoulder Replacement
Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement
Knee Disorders
ACL Reconstruction
Cartilage Restoration Procedures
Ligament Repair
Meniscus surgery (meniscus repair, partial menisectomy)
Tendon Repair (Quadriceps, Patella)
Dr. DeFranco also performs surgery on the elbow, hand/wrist, hip, and foot/ankle for certain orthopedic conditions.